Active Military Heroes
If you have a friend or loved one serving our country, please send me a photo and a brief description of that person – Name, rank, military branch, where they are serving, and how we can pray for them.This page will honor these men and women. It will be a place where readers can see the face on the fight for freedom, a place where readers can visit to pray for each other.
If you are sending a photo and information, please put the word “SOLDIER” in the subject line and send it to KingsburyDesk@aol.com.
Chris Bradford
Deployed to Iraq
United States Army
Pray that God will be with him and help him realize that his actions are in defense of his country and our freedom. Chris misses his brother, and he worries about life back home. "Pray that he won't worry and that his mind will be clear so that he can keep his head where it needs to be in order to be safe."
Shaun Harrison Reass
Serving His Country
United States Army
My name is Brooke and I am very proud army girlfriend. I just finished reading Ever After, and pretty much cried through the majority of the book. Emily and Justin's relationship reminded me so much of my boyfriend and I before he deployed for Iraq. Some of Justin's letters sounded almost word for word like the emails I have received from Shaun. My boyfriend, Captain Shaun Harrison Reass has just returned safely from a 15-month deployment in Iraq. The past year without him has been very difficult, but I am so proud of him and all of our soldiers fighting for freedom in Iraq. Shaun loves his job as an Infantry Platoon Leader (Stryker Brigade) out of Fort Lewis, Washington and is the most dedicated and hard working man I have ever met. Shaun is scheduled to spend the next year safe on US soil, training all over the country, but will likely return to Iraq for a second tour after his training. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers, he truly is an amazing man and I feel blessed everyday that God brought him into my life. Attached is a picture of Shaun and I at Fort Lewis on the day he returned from Iraq, I will never forget what it felt like and how my heart soared when I saw him proudly march into the room with his platoon after spending 15 months away from home.
Brady Reed
United States Marine Corp
Serving in Iraq
My son, Brady, is a private in the U. S. Marine Corp. He is currently serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom in Western Iraq. He was deployed March 2008 & will return, (Praise be to God), in October 2008. Please pray that he will feel God's presence and closeness in all that he does, that he will become closer to God, and that he will be safe and return home to live the life that God would have him live. Brady is the second from the right on the bottom row, but I wanted you to have a picture of the entire Weapons Platoon Delta Company LAR Bn. -Thank you, Jackie Reed
Joshua Ayers
United States Army
Currently serving in Iraq
Please pray for my son and his wife, Heather. He is nine months into his fifteen-month tour and is not himself. This picture is of Joshua and his new bride (right), and his younger sister (left). May was Joshua and Heather's first anniversary and they celebrated it apart. He is scheduled for his leave in the next few weeks and we are all up in the air about how things will transpire. He is not sleeping more than an hour a night, if at all, is not eating well and has a challenging schedule. Please pray for his mind and heart and that he will be able to relax and truly recuperate on his leave and for strength in their marriage.
Trey Lipinski
Serving His Country
This is my son Trey & his fiance Kristan. My son joined the army at 18 and now at 21 he has been to Afghanistan and Iraq. Trey has always wanted to be a soldier as long as I remember. He tells me he never regretted joining and has since re-enlisted. We are blessed that his base at Fort Hood is only a couple of hours from our home. Thank you for all your support of our soldiers! I wish there were more people like you! Pray that he stays safe.
David
United States Army National Guard
Preparing to Deploy
My son, David, has returned from a year in Iraq a couple of years ago and is getting ready to go to Kosovo in December. He is an E-7, Sgt First Class in the Army National Guard. He has served in Saudia Arabia as well as six months in Kuwait. He is away now in three weeks of "training." I don't know how long he'll be gone but please pray for him and his family. Thank you!
James Gill
Currently Serving in Iraq
This is my nephew, James, who is serving overseas for the first time. Please pray for his safety and strength, and that he would draw closer to God while he is in dangerous territory. He assures us he is “out of harms way” but we know he is impacted by daily fire even if it isn’t ‘on top of him’. I am very proud of him, and all of our men who are making that sacrifice. As a former Army wife, I know the heartache and trial, but I also know that God is omnipresent and we can fully rely on Him! Thank you Karen for all you do, for bringing strength to homes and families through your inspired writing. -Kae Roberts
Nathanael Caudill
Serving His Country
My friend Nathanael is now finished with basic training and AIT and it just waiting for deployment now. If you could pray first that God would give him peace of mind about being deployed and second that God would surround him with Christian friends and they could all build each other up and be there for each other.
Steven Scher
Currently Serving in Iraq
My cousin is over in Iraq and I would ask that you pray for him in a few ways. First that he feels God's hand of protection around him and that God would surround him with Christians to encourage him. And Second that he is able to focus on his job and keep his mind at ease.
Clint Gene Herd
Currently Serving in Korea
Please pray for my 20 year old nephew Clint deployed to Korea May 2008. We are asking God to guide and protect him while he serves his country.
Blessings, Ingrid Nash
John & Ben Zurcher
United States Army National Guard
Currently serving in Iraq
Son, brother, uncle please pray for their safety and also for their battalion. May God keep them safe and close to Him as they serve. Thank you.
Kevin Daniels
Currently Serving His Country
My husband, Kevin is currently deployed. Please pray for his safety. Kevin has two more months. I can't wait till he is home. He is a wonderful man of God. I love him dearly.
Thanks God Bless. -Amber M. Daniels
Thomas Causey
Serving His Country
My brother, Tommy, is home right now. He just got back from Iraq. Here is a picture of him and my husband in dress. Tommy is a wonderful man of God. I love him dearly. Please continue to pray for Tommy. Thanks God Bless. -Amber M. Daniels
Travis Smock
Currently Serving in Iraq
Please pray for my son Travis to come home with a strong mind and body. Pray that God will spread his angels around him and his fellow soldiers and keep him safe. Pray for our leaders in Washington to make wise choices. Thanks! -Cathy Smock
Monica D. Cook
United States Air Force
Currently Serving in Qtar
Monica has been proudly serving her country in the Air Force for the past 20 years. God has kept her safe on her various deployments and I pray He continues to do so. It is not easy for a mother to have her daughter far away, but I know she is
doing what she loves.
Justin
My son-in-law, Justin, is currently deployed in Iraq. My daughter and year old grandson moved back to our hometown during his deployment. Justin has wanted to be a Marine since he was a young boy. In the summer of 2006, after much prayer and discussion, he and my daughter decided that it was God's plan for him to enlist. Thank you, Karen, for your support of our military men, women and families. Please pray for God's presence to be manifested wherever our military personnel are, and may they sense His presence and follow His lead. I pray continually for their safety and Godly wisdom and discernment for every step and decision that they make.
Justin Barbery
Currently Serving His Country
My name is Jessica Bulzone. I've recently read your book Ever After for the second time and I needed to tell you how life-changing it was. I have a soldier of my own fighting for my freedom, SSgt Justin Barbery. Part of the reason your book was so entrancing was the fact that the character Justin Baker was so similar to my own soldier, not just the name but his characteristics show how God lead them to do what they know is right. He is an amazing brother, son, leader, friend and love and the only way he could be this way is if he was truly a man who walked by faith, and that might be what I love most about him. I read your book only a few months after I found out Justin was being sent home from injuries caused when an IED went off under his Humvee. It was very scary to think of the damage it could have done. When I read the ending I couldn't help myself from crying, knowing that I could loose him. I just found out yesterday that they are transferring him into the desert. I honestly don't know how I will get through missing him, I've been praying everyday hoping he will come home safely to me again, but even if he doesn't come back to me, I now have your book to learn from and if he hadn't come home from his first tour I would never have read your book and never known the life changing experience its given me. You are very blessed in your writing and your faith. Your in my prayers, Jessica Bulzone
Kenny Ward
Serving his country
Please keep our son, Kenny Ward, in your prayers as he is on his first deployment to Kuwait, then to Mousol, ending in Baghdad. He is unsure at this time the length of his deployment. He just completed boot camp in March at Ft. Benning, GA and is 20 years old. Kenny serves the Army Infantry in the 1st Batalion, 8th Infantry. We appreciate prayers for Kenny's protection along with all the soldiers serving our country.
Soldier Ward
My husband just got sent to Iraq not even 30 days after AIT. He will be coming back home July 2010. We have a little 1 year old boy. During this whole progress he has seen his son only a month out of the year. Ask for everyone to pray for him because he needs time to meet his son and get to know him and also my son needs to realize he does have a father that loves him. Pray that he comes home safe. His family needs him.
Matthew Ault
Please pray for safety for him and his unit as they work in Iraq. His unit is supposed to return to the US in Feb. 2009. His brothers and sisters are missing him very much and we all are praying for his safety and that of his unit. -Judi Fall, Army Mother
Mark A. Whetzel
Serving in Iraq
This is our very loved son, husband, father and brother. He is leaving to join the rest of his unit currently stationed in Iraq. This will be his first deployment to Iraq. He is not worried about going because he knows God will keep him safe and bring him home to his family along with the rest of his unit. They are a very well trained MP unit that work very hard. Please pray for Mark and the rest of our soldiers that they all come home soon. We as a family are very proud of what he and all the others do and stand for and that is our FREEDOM!! So again, please keep him in your prayers that Our LORD and Savior will keep him and the rest in his arms and out of harms way. -Sincerely, Mrs. Whetzel, A Very Proud Wife
James Shaw
Currently Serving in the United States Army
My uncle James has always been like an older brother to me. He joined the US Army shortly after 9/11 and we (my family and I) couldn't be more proud. He is truly a hero in our eyes because he has served multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. He will finally be coming home from his current deployment and he will be staying for good. God has truly been watching over him and his fellow soldiers and God will continue doing so until all soldiers come home. -With lots of love from a very proud niece and family, Ashley.
Joseph W. Lyles
United States Marines
Currently Serving in Afghanistan
This is my son, Joseph, who is on his first deployment to Afghanistan. He enrolled in the delayed entry program for the USMC in 2006, while he was still a senior in high school. If anyone would ask him why the Marines, he always told them “because God told me to”. Despite numerous attempts from well-meaning friends and acquaintances to convince him to choose a different branch of service, he stood his ground to follow his heart in doing God’s will for his life. I’m very proud of him for that. Please pray for safety for him and the entire 24th MEU as they are in Afghanistan for a 7 month deployment. A lot of people think that Afghanistan is “safe” but there are dangers there just like in Iraq. I realized that today when he called to tell us of one such danger. Please also pray that Joseph will be a shining light for Jesus among his fellow Marines as well as any local Afghans he may come in contact with. -Thank you, Dennis & Sharon Lyles, proud parents
Stephen Levi Combs
Kolby Peterson
Currently Serving in Iraq
Please pray for my best friend and the love of my life, SPC Kolby Peterson. He is on his 2nd tour of Iraq as a part of 1/2 Co SCR 1st platoon. I just got a phone call that he has to fight in Sadr city so I will not be able to have contact with him. I am very scared because Sadr city has been in the news for setting the record for bloodiest attack since 2006. I cant believe he has to be in the heart of all that. Please pray that he will be ok and come home to all of his family and friends. We miss him every second of everyday. With everyones help, we together can bring our soldiers home. Thank you everyone. Love Jess
George B. Sontheimer
Currently Serving His Country
My soldiers name is S.S.G George B. Sontheimer. We were married on the 14th of July 2007 and he is heading to Korea in May of 2008. Please pray for us as a family who will be away from each other for a year. I have a ten year old son and George has a 13 almost 14 year old girl. Also please pray for us when he gets home to be able to blend as a family and deal with all the things that come with deployment and being away from one another. I love your books and they have been a great encouragement to me as we have been struggling with the everyday military life. - Sincerely, Juliana M. Sontheimer
Joshua Kinkead
Please pray for safety for him and his unit as they work in Iraq. His unit is supposed to return to the US in Feb. 09. He is the father of 3 small children and the youngest of 4. Pray that God uses this time to work in his life.
Derek Padgett
United States Marines
Serving His Country
Derek is an enlisted marine. He just graduated boot camp in February 2008. We don't know what God has in store for Derek but he wanted to serve his country and we support him in that decision. We are very proud of him and of course, as his mother, I pray for his safety in all of his endeavors and I ask for everyone to do the same. Sincerely, Debi Padgett, Tipp City, Ohio
Gregory D. Hadley
United States Army
Currently deployed to Iraq
This is a picture of my brother who is the bravest 19 year old I know. He is a MP and is facing hard times in war, like all soldiers do. He is on his first deployment overseas; he was deployed December 14, 2007. Greg knows that the Lord Almighty has spared him many times. He needs prayer to keep up the good work and keep God first and foremost in his life.
Scott Underwood
United States Army
Preparing to Re-Deploy
This is my son, Scott, this picture was taken in January 2004 in the center of Baghdad on the day Scott received his Purple Heart for a wound received while on patrol in Iraq in October 2003 with the US Army. Scott is home now and in the Army Active Guard, his Guard Unit is scheduled to deploy to Iraq this fall, this will be his 4th deployment. Please keep Scott in your thoughts and prayers. I have also attached a short story about the time my son spent in Iraq. I would like to encourage you to visit the following web site:
www.kindredspiritsmagazine.com -Sincerely, Marjorie I. Banks
Adam Ngotngamwong
Army National Guard
Currently Serving in Iraq
My husband, Adam is currently in Iraq for a 12 month tour. He was in Afghanistan for a year in 2004 while we were dating. Adam is a wonderful husband to me and Father to our two sons. Pray that he and the rest of the guys with him will be safe. Also, pray that he won't worry about me and our two boys here. I am very proud of him but miss him dearly. Also, pray that I will have the strength to raise our two sons while their Daddy is overseas. I have several verses our family is standing on for this season of our lives: II Corinthians 12:9-10, Isaiah 6:6-8, Jeremiah 29:11, and Proverbs 3:5-6. And thank you to everyone that is or has served our country through the military branches or for being the families that are holding the fronts down at home. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. -Jess Ngotngamwong, army wife
Masaki Nakazono
United States Army
Serving His Country
My husband & best friend Chaplain Masaki Nakazono has served in the Army since 2002, he joined right after 9-11-02. He has served over 25 months, 2 deployments in Iraq, & is currently home enjoying his family time, while serving as a Basic Training Chaplin in South Carolina preparing soldiers to serve and fight for their country. He enjoys his job, helping other soldiers with their walk with Christ, and introducing them to Christ everyday. Please just pray for God's continual guidance on his career, and for us to hear clearly what and where we are to be. We are very thankful that he is home safe, and able to spend time with his growing boys David(12) and Daniel(10). We hope and pray that it is God's will that he will be home for a while! Thank you for your prayers. -In His Grip, Patti-Sue Nakazono
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(unable to publish his name or ours due to danger)
Please pray for my son to remember and draw near to Christ. Pray for him to resist the dangers of sin and temptation surrounding him and to be a prominent Christian witness. He is scheduled to deploy in a various dangerous area in the next few months. -BAR, praying Mom
Matthew Wilcoxen
Currently Serving In Iraq
Attached is a photo of a very brave young man, a West Point graduate who is now in active duty, stationed in Iraq. Please remember in your prayers 2 LT. Matt Wilcoxen and his family: dad Dan, mom Leann, brother, Ryan and grandmother Gwen. Matt is a dedicated soldier who is honored to be serving his country. Keep him safely in your hands, Lord. Please bless his family with strength and patience to see them through the times of scarce communication. Please pray for Matt's safe return and for the safe return of his men. -Jan Martin
Kevin Salzman
U.S. ARMY
Deploying to Iraq on Mar. 11, 2008
The Lord has open our eyes & hearts to those serving our country over the past few years. Our son Joshua has had two pen-pals & our daughter Alexis has had one pen-pal serving in Iraq. Not only did we pray & support these men, friendships were formed. This past year it has hit even closer to home when we had to say "good-bye" to our son's Birth Mom Crickette who is currently serving & now are cousin Kevin.
Kevin, we thank you for your bravery & service to our country. Please pray for Kevin that the Lord gives him the strength & guidance he needs to get through his days, protect him from danger, & that he returns home safely to his family. We also would like you to remember his parents Randy & Barb & his sister Katie. We pray that there may be peace in their hearts & comfort knowing the Lord will be with Kevin every step of the way.
With Grateful Hearts, Dan & Linda Schuhmacher & Family
Anthony Flores
This is my nephew, Anthony Flores. Anthony is 19 years old and got out of basic/ait in December. He deployed to Iraq in February, 2008. He has a wife and 7 month old son. Please pray for his safety along with his walk with God. He is walking with God and relying on His protection. Pray that all of our solders walk with God while they are serving our country over in Iraq as well as when they come home. Pray for safe home comings for Anthony and all solders dear God. -Missy
Joel Roberts
Currently Serving His Country
This is a picture of my husband, COL Joe Roberts, receiving a box of your wonderful books! He is just over halfway through his year tour in Afghanistan. I know he's written you on the impact your books have had on our whole family. Thanks for your prayers and support of our men and women in uniform serving in harm's way. God's continued blessings to you. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to get back to the Baxters!!
Tish Roberts
Steven Miller
Our son-in-law, E5 Steven Miller, is currently deployed on his third and final deployment to Bahrain. This deployment will be for six and one-half months as opposed to the former deployments of four months. We covet your prayers for his safety and for God's strength for our daughter, Amy, while she awaits for Steve's return. Thank you so much and God bless each and every one of you. -Gena Calhoun, Illinois
Penny Zamora
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
Captain Penny Zamora is serving as a witness to Christ both in Iraq where she is currently assigned and back here at home to the students she served in several capacities at Heritage Christian School before she was called back to active duty. Her prayer and desire is for God to use her to share the gospel with her fellow soldiers while she is separated from her family. She shares with us at school about her opportunities to tell others about Jesus in Iraq and is an inspiration to the students & staff. In her own words she asks that we “Please pray for me that I allow God to use me for His purpose.” In this photo she is holding a Heritage Eagle-sent to her by the students-and tells of his adventures with her through the dust, rain, heat, and travel in Iraq.
Jay Patton
United States Army
Serving His Country
"This is my son SPC Jay Patton. Jay is on his second tour of duty in Iraq in the MOS group. Please pray for his protection and to be alert at all times while driving. I am proud that my son is serving for our country." -proud mom, Panda Patton
Jamie Walker
United States Air Force
Preparing to Deploy
"Thank you for adding my son to your military prayer list. Jamie Walker is a proud Air Force Airman and will be deployed in early March to Qatar. He will be gone about 4 months. Please pray for God's protection on his life. He is a Christian and we are so very proud of him for volunteering for this mission." Thank you, Carmelita Walker
Phillip Merrell
United States Marine Corp
Currently Serving His Country
"This my high school sweetheart and now husband for two wonderful years. His name is Lcpl Phillip Merrell, and he has been in the United States Marine Corp for almost five years, 8 of those months he was on a boat serving our country, and now there is talk about his squadron going to Iraq and I just pray God is with him no matter what happens." -Proud USMC Wife, Amanda Merrell
Brothers, Darren Maples and David Maples
United States Marines
Serving Their Country
"These are my two brothers, Darren and David Maples. My brother Darren leaves this Sunday, Feb. 24th, 2008 for Iraq, and David will leave sometime this fall. My brother Darren is married with a little 2 year old boy DJ, and is expecting a second in July. He won't be able to be at the birth of his second baby, and although I know this happens all the time in military families, until you are in that situation, you don't really understand the sacrifice these families go through. Please pray for strength for my sister-in-law as she goes through these next 7 months. Also, I would ask prayer for my Mom and Dad. When I was 12, we lost my little brother Michael to bone cancer, Darren and David came after Michael died. As a mom now, I can't imagine the death of one of my children, and I can't imagine my parents going through it again with one of my Marine brothers. Please pray that our Heavenly Father would not only keep the boys safe, but that my parents would not live in fear while they are deployed, that they would feel the comfort of the Father everyday they are gone. Thank you for caring for our troops, and for making people aware of their sacrifices." In His Grip, Laura Thompson, Proud Sister of 2 Marines
Chris Dye
Currently Serving in Iraq
United States Army
"This is my husband, SPC. Chris Dye. He is currently serving a 15 month deployment to Iraq. This is his first deployment to Iraq, but he spent 10 months in Afghanistan previously. We have 5 wonderful children: Ashton 6, Sienna 2, and Alexander, Bryce and Chase 1. My oldest 2 are having a difficult time with Daddy being gone and Daddy is having a hard time being away from his family for so long. Please pray for him to come home safely to all of us as we miss him dearly!" -Kelly Jo Dye
Jason Allan Smith
Army National Guard
Serving His Country
"This is my fiance PFC Jason Smith. He is currently stationed at Fort Jackson, S.C. Pray that when he gets his orders to deploy over seas he comes home safe for our family. I also want to pray for all the men and women in uniform that protect us everyday and sometimes give their lives for us. I wanted to say Thank You and we will pray for all of you. Jason, I love you with all of my heart and I hope you can be here for the wedding date. If deployment comes then we will change it so you can due your duties to your country." Love Always Courtney Shurgalla
Justin H. Byelich
Army National Guard
Serving His Country
Please pray for my son, Justin (in photo with his two favorite little people, his nephews!) He is deploying to Egypt in a couple of days. Pray that the Lord will keep him safe and healthy. And that he might be used in a mighty way for our Lord! -Lorinda Byelich
Stephen K McPherson
Deployed to Iraq
United States National Guard
This is a picture of my dad. He is currently deployed in Iraq. Please pray for his safety and return. Let him know God is always with him, he is never alone. I am so very proud, but miss him every minute of every day. Please watch over our troops, bring them home soon. ~Lenai McPherson
Chris Maddox
United States Marines
Serving his country
"This is my son Chris- He is a United States Marine. In this picture my daughter in law is pinning on his SSgt. chevrons he just received a few months. Chris went to Iraq when the fight for freedom first started. It was a very long deploy for me. When he came home he went back to class and became a recruiter. Now he is getting refreshed with his MOS to return to Fleet. He will then go back to the East Coast to Camp Leguine. I know he believes in God. I pray for his protection and for God's hand upon him. These times are very scary and we need to have the Lord in our lives. I am very proud of him and he is my Hero. He doesn't think twice about protecting Us, Our Great Country. He feels it is everyone's duty who believes in freedom. We need to all stand behind our troops and pray for their safety." Thank You, Robin Maddox
Justin Byelich
Army National Guard
Deployed to Egypt
"Please pray for my son Justin. Here he is in this photo with his two little nephews. He has been deployed to Egypt. Please pray that he will stay safe and healthy and that he will grow in the Lord. Pray that he will be an instrument for the Lord with the men and women he comes into contact with every day." Thanks and God Bless! -Lorinda Byelich
Scott De Boer
United States Marine Corp
Serving in Iraq
"This is our son, who just arrived in Iraq this past weekend. Scott is our only son, he is 20 years old and has wanted to serve his country for a long time. He and 4 guys from his high school all joined the Marines at the same time and went through boot camp together. They are all in different places in the Marines right now. This is Scott's first tour to Iraq. Please pray for spiritual, mental and physical strength for him and his platoon while in Iraq. Please also pray for a hedge of protection around all our men and women serving our country overseas. May God Bless You Scotty!"
-Proud Dad and Mom, Scott and Patty De Boer
Nicole Hollingsworth
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
This is a picture of my sister and our dad. She has recently been deployed for her third trip to Iraq. She returned home to us in August from being stationed four years in Germany. We love her, support her and pray for her safety every day she is gone. We expect her home in 2009. May God bless and watch over all of our troops!
Daniel Hyder
Unites States Navy
Currently Serving His Country
"This is my husband who is on his first deployment serving his country. He will be deploying out again in August 08. Please pray for him and all the men and women on the USS Kearsarge who serve their country, also pray for the military spouses who have heavy hearts." -Sarah
Jon Fisher
United States Army
Currently Deployed to Iraq
Jon is currently on his first deployment to Iraq. He is a gunner in a Military Police Unit. We were stationed together once he got out of basic training and have been dating since. I would be there with him but I was recently medically retired and so I am stuck at home. Please pray for him and the unit. Pray that he knows that I miss him and love him and that he and the rest of our friends come home safely and soon.
Christina L. Gardner
US Army, Retired
Jason Carey
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
Jason is currently serving in Iraq with the 10 Mountain Division for 15 months. Please pray for Jason's protection and the protection of those serving with him in Baghdad. Pray that Jason will be a light and a witness to those around him. May God Bless You, Karen! Thank you for supporting our military. ~Erica Carey
Robert Stenger
United States Airforce
Currently serving his country
"This is my husband, Robert. He is the cute one in blue. Please keep him in prayer. We find out in Feb of 2008 if he needs to go to Iraq for a year. Thank you for supporting the military and their families. I loved Ever After. It seemed like my life. I am now trying to write a book on our life as a military family and how the Lord reached down and saved us both." -Christy Stenger
Matthew McLane
United States Marines Corp
Leaving soon to serve in Iraq
"This is my 'little' brother Matthew. I am so very proud of him. He has given me a lovely sister in law, and three nephews. He will soon be shipping out for about 7 mo in Iraq. Please pray for his safe return, and for strength for his wife as she parents alone. This picture is him, his wife and sons, at his Winging in Jan. 2007. I am so thankful for them all!" -Katherine Nguyen
David Fulton, Jr.
United States Marines
Currently Serving in Iraq
"This is a picture of my Fiance, David. He is a LCpl in the US Marines. He is currently serving in Iraq but due home in April! Pray that God will keep giving him the strength he needs and that he will continue to be a good witness for his buddies! Pray for his buddies too....that they will make it home safely as well! Thank you so much for all you do for our men in Uniform! It means ALOT! You are by far my favorite author. You can have me laughing one minute and bawling the next! Thank you for all you do and may God bless you even more!!" -Your Friend, Christa Scarbrough
William Martin
United States National Guard
Recently deployed to Iraq
"My son William was recently deployed to Ft. Stewart, Georgia for training along with 3,200 other national guardsmen and women from Indiana. They will go to Iraq sometime in March. They all need our prayers and support. I am and will greatly miss him, but I know that God will watch over him, as well as the others. He is the most kindest and sweetest son anyone could ask for, I love him with all my heart." -(Mom) Pam Lentz
Nathaniel McGinness
United States Marine Corps
Deployed to Iraq
"Nathan, my husband is the most generous, kind loving soul I've ever met. We married in April, 2007 and he left for training in September. I miss his gentle touch, his ability to make me laugh often and his goofy faces. He's deployed serving our country in Iraq. Please pray for a safe journey for him and for myself to continue to have the strength to get through this obstacle of him being gone!" -Sara
Kevin Clarke
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
My son Kevin was deployed in April 2006. Just days before his 20th birthday in July an IED blew up the Humvee he was driving. The injuries sustained by all 3 men in the Humvee were relatively minor. Please pray for his safety and success in Iraq and a healthy return to the US. This prayer goes out to all the troops - safety, success and healthy return. God bless the sacrifice of all our troops and their families on the homefront.
James A. Ferguson
United States Marines
Currently Serving in Iraq
"James is missing his wife and two sons back home. Please pray for his continued safety as well as the safety of those he serves with. Please pray for my family as we continue to take this deployment one day at a time, facing many struggles. My children miss their father terribly and I miss my husband, my best-friend. Please pray for our nation as a whole. That in all our differences, we can come together to realize that whether we support the war or not, is not the point. We can support our troops... the men and women who are willing to lay their lives down so that we may live freely. God Bless all of our troops. May God bring you home safely!" -Jenna
Crickette Peterson
United States ARMY
Deployed to Iraq
"This picture is of my Birth Mom Crickette, my sister Marissa & myself taken during my Birth Mom Crickette's leave before deployment. Please pray for my Birth Mom Crickette that she stays safe."
-Joshua Schuhmacher
"Our son Joshua was adopted November 13, 2000. We have a very open adoption with Crickette & what a blessing this has been. Crickette deployed to Iraq the weekend after Thanksgiving & will be serving for about 15 months. Marissa who is now a little over a year old is staying with us. Crickette had asked us to be guardians for Marissa if there ever was a time she would deploy. What an honor this was for us & Joshua loves having his sister here with him. With that being said: We ask for prayers to give Crickette the guidance, strength & courage to get through her days in Iraq & bring her home safely. We are truly grateful to all who are serving our country & their families for the sacrifices they make. Thank you for your prayers." -Dan & Linda Schuhmacher
Daniel P Augsdoerfer
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
"This is a picture of my grandson, Danny, who is serving in the US Army in Baghdad, Iraq. Please pray for his safety until he gets back home with his family. Thank you so much." -Grandma Pat
Adam Trostem
Currently Serving in Iraq
"My fiance has been dealing with a lot since he was deployed February 20, 2007. From things going on over in Iraq to missing home. His grandfather and his grandmother both have cancer as well as my aunt that he is close to. Please pray for safety for him as well as his whole unit and deployment group. They need prayer for strength and safety as they continue to send their friends and loved ones into war zones. They have already lost some great people. I pray that they won't have to lose any more. Any prayers would be greatly appreciated."
Cheryl Zeiss
United States Navy
Currently Serving her Country
"This is my daughter Cheryl currently deployed with the USS Harry S. Truman somewhere in the middle east. Please pray that she knows that we love her and that God loves her and that we as a nation are grateful for the sacrifices these men and women make daily so that we may enjoy the freedom we do. I pray that somehow these men and women had time to savor the birth of our savior amidst the turmoil of their hectic lives during this trying time. In God’s Perfect Light, we rest." Sharon Zeiss
Nicholas Rogers
United States Army
Serving in Iraq on his 3rd deployment
This is my son Nick. He was deployed to Iraq on Sept. 26, 2007 for his third deployment. This deployment is to last 15 months. Please pray for his protection and that of his squad. He has a wife and four boys praying for his safe return and missing him very much.
Chris Cothran
United States Air Force
Deployed to Iraq
"This is my brother Chris and his wife Beth. He is an awesome dad and his two children miss him a lot. I have always been proud to say that he is my brother. He has always stood up for what is right, and he was my protector growing up. Please pray for his safe return because our family loves him very much." -Dana
Steven M. Jones
VA Army National Guard
Currently Stationed in Iraq
"Please pray for Steve's protection and that he will be drawn closer to the LORD through this experience. We appreciate your support and prayers for all of our troops." Mike and Debbie Jones
Robert Baxley
Currently deployed to Iraq
United States Army
"This is my husband, Robert. He is on his second tour of duty in Iraq. He felt like God was calling him into the Army to do a work for Him. It was a big step for us because we had only done the National Guard thing, which is who my husband went to Iraq with the first time (our National Guard deserves attention also!) But with God's warm embrace and that peace that surpasses all understanding, we know everything will be alright. While reading the book EVER AFTER, I wasn't sure I could get through it or even if I should be reading it with my husband overseas but it is a wonderful book and describes my husband completely. He loves the Lord and sees the good we are doing over there. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is getting spread and people are getting saved. Our men and women in the military (families also) deserve so much because they are over there in harms way, for us. They deserve our prayers and whatever else we can give them. But above all, God deserves our praise and worship, because he is Almighty and He is the one that brings our troops home and directs their paths over there. Thanks being to Him for the greatest sacrifice ever. Jesus Christ!!!"
Benjamin Weber
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
"Ben is currently serving in Iraq. He lost his best friend (and cousin) Jason Paton in a sniper attack in February '07 and, just two days later,
Ben was wounded (along with 16 others of his platoon) in an Al queda ambush. These 17 wounded men fought a 5 hour battle against 80 insurgents, after a massive truck bomb destroyed the Iraqi police outpost they were guarding in the town of Tarmiyah. Since then, his company has lost 10 more men in the near-constant combat they have seen for most of this 15 month deployment. Things have calmed down more recently in the region, as their so-costly efforts have begun to pay off. The troop surge is working! Thanks to God, who hears our prayers! And to the inspired efforts of General Pettreaus, and those serving in the northern Bagdad region. May God continue to inspire and to protect and to heal these brave men of Demon company. Ben recently received the Purple Heart Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal with "V" device for valor, for his actions in the Battle at Tarmiyah." Ben's proud and honored mom - Jenni Oakley
Robert Ruoho
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
This is my friend Robert, I call him Joey. I just found out today that he is going back to the Middle East on Thursday morning, to serve in Iraq for a 15-month tour. He got back in March from serving in Afghanistan. Please pray that he sees that there is a God and that He is watching over him and pray for his family back home as well, that they may have strength to deal with this new deployment over seas. God bless our men and women overseas! In Christ's love, Aracely Jimenes
Aaron Paradis
Shawn Jones
United States Army
Currently serving in Iraq
"This is my husband, SGT Shawn Jones. He left on June 1, 2007 for his third deployment. His first two tours were in Afghanistan, and now this one is in Iraq. Shawn and I were married on the 20th of January 2007, so as newly-weds, please pray for our continued strength in the Lord as we are separated for 15 months. Also please pray that Shawn will continue to remember the Lord's presence in his life, and be able to minister to the men he is working with. Pray that God will shield him and the other men from danger and any plans the enemy wages against them. Thank you for your continued prayer!" -Proud Army Wife, Julia Jones
Kyle Trottier
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
Please pray for continued safety for my husband and all of his men. They have been serving in Iraq for nearly 11 months and have not sustained any injuries. I pray that the Lord may continue to bless them and keep them safe as they finish their 15 month tour. Bring him and his men back safely to all of the families who have been holding down the fort! -Thank you, Hilary
Michael Krause
United States Marine Corps
Deployed in Afghanistan (Training soldiers in the Afghan National Army)
"Please pray that the Lord will grant Michael patience and wisdom as he trains these Afghani soldiers. This is a very dangerous job, and is
very frustrating because of lack of training these soldiers have. Michael could be the only Christian they ever spend a significant amount of time with, so please ask the Lord to open up opportunities for discussion with them about Jesus." -In His Love, Julieann
Chris Champion
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
Please pray for Chris, who has been in Iraq since Jan. 2007. He has a wife and two toddlers at home and he won't be home again until April 2008. Please pray for them, also. Thanks! -Margaret & Ed Champion
Rex McQueen
Serving in Iraq
"My Husband, Rex will be leaving for another deployment soon. This time he will be gone for 15 months. The longest deployment yet. I ask you to please pray for him as he goes to Iraq. Please pray that he will see God everywhere he turns and to help him keep his mind clear while he is gone. Pray that he will not worry about our 2 sons and me and that he will continue to call on God for strength and guidance." -Proud of my soldier, Jenny McQueen
Sean Connell
First Cavalry Honor Guard
Home Safe
"Thanks to your prayers and blessings, our precious son, Sean, has returned home to his family. Attached is the picture of him and his daughter Hayden upon his arrival." Love and Blessings, Mom(Gina)
Jared Anderson
Currently Serving in Baghdad
This is my son, Jared, from the 101st airborne. He was deployed on October 13th 2007. Pray for him and his wife Danielle as they seek God to help them through this time of separation and for Jared's safety in Baghdad.
Jeffrey Butter
United States Marine Corps
Currently Serving His Country
My husband is Col Jeffry Butter, USMC. He is stationed in Tampa, Florida as the Marine Corps Forces Central Command Anti terrorism Officer, but spends most of his time traveling in Iraq and Afghanistan. Because of this, he has very little time with his children (5 girls) and I. Please pray for his safety and for his family.
Soldier Darrin
United States Army
"My son Darrin is in Army Special Forces so I don't always know where he and his team are serving. They are currently serving in a "hot spot" in the Middle East. Please pray that Darrin will be used mightily to share Jesus with others. That his team will have wisdom and protection. That these guys will see the evidences of God leading and protecting them each and every day. I'm so thankful that even though I don't always know where Darrin is, we have a loving Heavenly Father who knows all and sees all...and He is always good." -Margaret
Chris Bagwell
Army National Guard
Currently Service in Iraq
This is my wonderful husband of 13 years. He is currently serving in Iraq. He has been gone since July 2007. He is very proud to serve his country. Chris is our hero! Please pray for Chris's safety while he is serving in Iraq and for a safe return home. Also, please pray for the safety of the entire 621st Troop Support Command Unit. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS! Thank you so much, Proud Army Wife, Kim
Nathan Ewen
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
Here is my son, Nathan, getting his hair cut while serving in Iraq. He is in the Army, and is currently serving his second tour in Iraq. He has three children, and a wife, who anxiously wait for his tour to end. I thank God for his protection, and I pray that Nathan stays focused on the job at hand, that he stays determined, and that he never forgets that he and his fellow soldiers are heroes. He is an awesome father, and a disciplined soldier, and I pray for his safety. -Lorri Ewen(mom)
Patton Butler
Please pray for Patton. He is my sister-in-laws fiance. He leaves October 18 for his 2nd tour in Iraq. This is a photo of him with my daughter Olivia. Thank you for all the prayers for our Soldiers! -Christy Badaracco
Matthew Wayne Hatfield
United States Army
Currently Serving in Iraq
"This is my nephew, Matthew, who is currently on deployment in Iraq. He is with the United States Army National Guard. This is his second deployment, the first being in Afghanistan in 2005-2006. Matthew is with A Co 3/144 Infantry and is stationed at Balad Air Force Base in Iraq. His family and friends pray for God’s protection on him and all our soldiers serving our country." -Cathy Vaughn, Friendswood, Texas
Steven Demary, Jr.
United States Army
Preparing to Deploy
This is my brother, Steven. He is about to be deployed to Iraq around Thanksgiving for his first tour of duty. It has been his dream to serve in the military for as long as I can remember. He just recently joined the Army full-time right after graduation and is looking to make a career out of it. Please pray for his protection, as well as all of the other troops that are fighting for our country. God bless them all. "But those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint." -Isaiah 40:31
Brent A. Jones
United States Marine Corps
Serving His Country
"My son is currently stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC, and is scheduled for his second deployment to Iraq in April of 2008. Because we are in California, we only see him 2 or 3 times a year. We miss him so much but know that he is bravely serving our country. Pray that God will continue to be in his life and thoughts daily and that he will be encouraged to find a church to fellowship with other believers. It is a tough road that our men and women in uniform have chosen. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plans I have for you, plans for welfare, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” Thank you all for keeping him in your prayers." -Emily Baldino, Norwalk, CA
Steven Benz
Stationed in the Middle East
Please pray for my Grandson, Steven, as he serves. Also pray for his wife Dany. She is from Cambodia and is living alone in Missouri as she waits for Steven to return to college. God is Good...all the time...All the Time...God is Good!
Soldiers
Larry C. Hawkins
United States Army National Guard
My husband, Larry, is funny, kind, loving, with strong moral integrity that makes me respect him beyond words. He wants more than anything to help the civilians realize that the stigma relayed to them about what it means to be "American" is wrong. We are not all without strength, faith, moral integrity, courage, empathy, and love.
Please pray for my husband's safety. And, please pray that he is able to stay that funny, kind. loving person through all he will endure and see. Please let him look toward Heaven anytime he feels burdened with a heavy heart and exhausted. Please let the faces of our four daughters come into his mind and make him smile. Let that give him strength to go on as well. And please pray that peace begins to work it's way into that fractured country so that all our men can come home. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers for my husband and our family, Shannon L. Hawkins
Brian Gumke
Served His Country
My oldest son, Brian, left for Iraq in February 2003. He was in Iraq only one month and was injured. Brian was specially trained with motorcycles in the Marines and was doing reconnaissance work the day he was injured. He was flying by on his bike past a parked convoy of humvees on the highway. The humvee driver was eating and not looking when he decided to pull out from the convoy and my son was right there hitting the humvee at probably 70 mph. It was God’s miracle that he lived. Please pray for his recovery and for peace to surround him. -Kristie Barrie
Jeffrey Gumke
Serving His Country
This is my second son Jeffrey. He joined the Marines, even after seeing the very hard time Brian is having. Jeff is in Florida right now finishing intelligence training. He will graduate in about 4 weeks. We do not know where he will be stationed at this time. Please pray for his safety and for God's loving arms to surround him. -Kristie Barrie
Phillip James Rutz
Preparing for Deployment
"This is my grandson, Phillip. He is currently at Ft. Carson Colorado preparing for his second tour of duty in Iraq. He will deploy before Thanksgiving. We call him PJ because his dad is also Phillip. PJ is 22 years old and is married but has no children. Please pray not only for PJ's safety but also for his salvation and walk with God. Please include him on your page of active military." Thanks, Della J Rutz
Jason Grantham
Serving in Iraq
My brother, Jason, is serving in the US Air Force and is deployed to Iraq. Please keep him in your thought and prayers for God’s protection! Thanks!
Ian S Walls
US Air Force
Serving His Country
This is my son Ian and his wife Kassie. He was deployed to Afghanistan and returned in May. First and foremost, please pray for their salvation. On August 20th God blessed them with a beautiful little girl, they need to raise her in the glory of God's love. Please pray that they will find favor with others and that God will bless all three of them. Also, that God will guide his steps as he makes decisions about his future.
Steven Hone
Serving in Afghanistan
The reason for this letter is to lift my husband, Steven, up to all. This picture was taken 2 days before he left for Afghanistan. He was in Ft. Riley training for 2 1/2 months with the Army. My husband is in the Navy but is joining forces with the other services for a special assignment. He will be gone till at least the end of 2008. I would like prayer for him and all the men and women that will be working with him, as well as all the men and women serving our “BELOVED COUNTRY”. I would also like prayer that God gives him the words to share with others, as he is such a Godly man. He loves his family dearly, but believes in what he does. We do as well. We are so very proud of him and all he stands for. Please pray that he is able to stay free from harms way and continues to follow the Lord. Please lift up our children and me as well. We try to be strong most of the time, but worry about him. It will be so hard being without him for over a year. God Bless you Karen and your family, and again, all the other men and women serving our country and the families left behind. Much Love and many Blessings, Michelle Hone, Ryan, Erinn and Brendan
Randy Roberts
U.S. Army
Serving in Afghanistan
"Randy is a friend of mine through work. Please pray that God will continue to watch over and protect him and that he return home safely from Afghanistan where he is on his second tour. He is so loyal to his Country just as he is here where we live serving and protecting our County as a Sheriff's Deputy. God Bless him and all the men and women serving our Country!" -Cathy
Robert Chastant II
United States Marines
Serving his country
This is my husband,Robert. He is a marine serving our country at this time! Please pray for him and all the troops out there! They are missed dearly! -Jodi Chastant
Damien Davis
United States Navy
Currently deployed
Please pray for my husband Damien. He is in the Navy and currently on a six month deployment. He is an air traffic controller on the USS Kearsarge. He has been in the Navy for a little over two years and this is his first deployment. He left July 30th. Please pray for his safety along with the other men and women on the ship. Please pray that he continues to grow in his faith and that he relies on the Lord to get him through this time of seperation from his loved ones. Thank you for your support, Danielle Davis
Alex and Peter George
Serving in Iraq
Please pray for our friends, Alex and Peter.
A Father, His Three Sons and Grandson
Corporal Daniel Stephens, USMC- Japan
Staff Seargent Tim Stephens, US Army- Hawaii,
PFC David Stephens, US Army Reserves- currently in school.
Craig, Daniel, and Timothy have all been deployed to Iraq and Kuwait. The rest of the family proudly supports them! They are pictured here with our 4 year old grandson... all in uniform!
My husband, Craig, just retired after 30 years of active duty in the Marine Corps... we have been married almost 28 of those years. I have 4 children, 3 boys who are all in the military now, and 1 beautiful daughter. Please keep them in your prayers, thank you! -Bev Stephens
Luke Gindlesperger
Army National Guard
Currently serving in Iraq
"Please pray for my husbands safety and give him guidance as he is "light and salt" to the troops. Keep him focused on his goals and on the tasks ahead. Please pray for our marriage and my ability to be the Godly wife I should be. We were only married for 2 months before he left. God bless all our men and women serving." -Nadine
Sean Reardon
Serving in Afghanistan
Please pray for my nephew, Sean. He is one of the many hero's that is serving our country in Afghanistan. Lord please protect him and keep him safe. Please comfort his family and friends during this difficult time. This photo with his family was taken shortly before he left the country for Afghanistan. -Thank you and God Bless
Robb Kidwill
391st MP BN
2nd Tour in Iraq
"Pray for his safe return to his family. He recently married and is serving his 2nd tour in Iraq. He never wavers or complains about his responsibility. He is a true hero for us all to look up to."
Stephen Debes
Serving in Iraq
Please pray for my nephew, Stephen, who is currently serving in the Air Force in Iraq.
Jonathan Carroll
Serving His Country
Please pray for my brother, Jonathan who is leaving for Iraq. Pray that God will protect him and keep him safe, that Jon and all of our troops will be surrounded by ministering angels and warrior angels. Pray for his son, Sean, who is also serving in the Army in the middle East will also be protected and safe until they are both home. Pray for their family that God will give them the strength and comfort they need to get through this difficult time.
Jesse Dauer
United States Marine Corps
Serving His Country
"This is my son, Jesse. Please pray for Jesse and his fellow Marines, Navy Corpsmen, and Chaplains as they train hard for deployment. Jesse’s unit will deploy in the next few months. Thank you, and God bless America." -Jesse’s Mom
Justin Lamboy
United States Army
Currently serving in Iraq
Justin is 19 years old. My prayer request is that God uses him and brings him home safely. We miss him very much and can’t wait to have him home. -Melissa
Zac Lewis
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
This is one of my two sons in the Army. Our daily prayer comes from Psalms 91. We always ask for a hedge of protection over the Zac and Trevor's mind, body, and spirit and their fellow soldier's protection, too. We pray for strength and discernment. We ask God to provide spiritual protection so that the enemy sees 10,000's of soldiers instead of a few and we ask God to confuse the enemy. We love and miss our soldiers and we are proud of the work that they are performing. We love and miss them dearly, Mom, Kelby, and their little sister Jacey who is 13 years old.
Trevor Lewis
United States Army
Serving in Afghanistan
This is one of my 2 sons in the Army. Our daily prayer comes from Psalms 91. We always ask for a hedge of protection over the Zac and Trevor's mind, body, and spirit and their fellow soldier's protection, too. We pray for strength and discernment. We ask God to provide spiritual protection so that the enemy sees 10,000's of soldiers instead of a few and we ask God to confuse the enemy. We love and miss our soldiers and we are proud of the work that they are performing. We love and miss them dearly, Mom, Kelby, and their little sister Jacey who is 13 years old.
James Almon
United States Army
Currently serving in Iraq
"This is my wonderful cousin James and my brother in Christ. He is currently deployed on his second tour in Iraq. I ask that you pray for his safety while he is overseas. Pray that each day would be a blessing from God to him. Despite the burdens of a war I pray that he would continue to seek God's face in all that he does and that his love for Christ would shine even in the darkest of days. Pray that God would allow him to be used for his glory, no matter what the price. Pray that as his family we would be his support and that we would be able to offer him strength through our prayers. Lastly I ask that you would pray for his safe return home soon. His tour date has been extended twice now which tells me that God still needs him over there for some reason. I just pray that God's time for him to return home would be soon and that it would find him well. I pray for all of the men and women serving at home and abroad that God would be their strength. I also pray for their families. Thank you for the sacrifice you make everyday." -Katie Lemons
Jacob Torrez
United States Army
Serving His Country
The attached photo is my Daughter Kelley and her family. Her husband Jacob is in the army stationed in Germany. His Stryker Brigade was deployed to Iraq for their second tour of duty on August 14,2007. Kelley and Kids are staying in Germany which is really hard knowing they are so far away and all alone. So please include Jacob and all his battalion in your prayers. Also include all the wives and kids left behind. God Bless you all, A Very Proud mom, Colleen Adamek
Justin Erk
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
"Justin is my best friend of 10 years. I ask that you pray for God's protection over him as he is fighting and that he keeps his heart and mind open to what God is teaching him while he's over there. Also, please keep his family in your prayers, as a few of his brothers are in the army as well. Justin is one of the most amazing men I know. He has a huge heart and serves loyal to not only his country, but those who come in contact with him as well. Pray that God will bless him and all of those overseas." -Lis Morehart
Alex Eisinger and Austin Eisinger
United States Army
Serving our Country
Our two oldest sons have chosen to serve our great country in the US ARMY! SGT Alex (front) is a proud Screaming Eagle, Ft Campbell KY. He has served in Iraq (Nov 05-Nov 06). His unit will be deploying in the Spring of 08 to Afghanistan. SP Austin (back) is on his first tour in Iraq ,since Aug 06 and will be back to his station in Hawaii in Oct 07. We are so proud of our boys! Although it is a difficult thing to give up your children to so much danger, our God is an AWESOME GOD and we put our trust in Him to guide and protect them and to hold us up in the face of such turmoil. We feel Gods comfort everyday and trust him to take care of us all. Thank you for the support and prayers of those who love our soldiers!
Travis J. Long
United States Navy
"Please pray fro my brother, Travis. Chaplain Long is the Command Chaplain of the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Barstow, California. He has been in Barstow since October of 2004. His wife, Kendal, joined him at the base after their wedding in August of 2005. Chaplain and Mrs. Long are scheduled to transfer in March of 2008. The Longs would appreciate your prayers as they minister to Marines and Sailors who are either just returning from the War or are headed to the War zone in the very near future." -Kourtney Dolvin
Marc Blair
Currently Serving in Afghanistan
"This is my baby brother, Marc, 173rd Airborne Brigade, currently in a 15 month long deployment to FOB Naray, Afghanistan. Please pray that he feels God's presence in everything he does over there, that he finds God's peace and serenity and that he returns home safely to his 4 year old little girl and to all of us." -His Big Sister,
Jennifer
Steve Schutlz
United States Army
Home From Serving in Iraq
"My 7 year old son Joshua became pen-pals with SSG Steve in Sept 2006. He would like to thank everyone for their prayers and let them know that his pen-pal/friend SSG Steve arrived home safely from his tour of duty this past July. Joshua is very excited to meet his pen-pal/friend. What a blessing this has been for Joshua. He continues to pray for all the soliders. We pray for all those serving our country." -The Schuhmacher Family
William Walther
United States Army
Home From Serving in Iraq
"MSG William is our friend & brother in Christ. We ask for daily prayers for Bill. We like to let everyone know that MSG Bill Walther has arrived home safely from his tour of duty. Praise be to God! Thank you to all who kept him in your prayers. We ask that you keep him & his family in your prayers as he settles back into civilian & family life. Our hope is that Bill and all those serving & their families know just how much we apperciate their sacrifice.....THANK YOU to each & everyone of you! GOD BLESS YOU!!!" -The Schuhmacher Family
Matthew Schmidt
United States Army
Preparing to Serve in Iraq
"My husband Matthew just returned from Iraq on July 1, 2007 and will be going back in November, 2007 for 15 months. This has been a tough time for him because of our small children but he feels that we are doing some good over there so he goes back regardless of what people think of him. He was injured in Iraq the first time and in my mind that makes him a hero. Regardless of what we think of the war we have to support the troops because this is their job. Remember to thank a vet." -God Bless and thank you, Jessica
David Warren
Currently Serving in Iraq
"This is my husband David. He is currently a Sgt. serving in Iraq. He is the best possible husband to me and the best father to our 2 year old son, David Cole. He has not only inspired me to be a better person, but a better Christian. He is my best friend and the love of my life. Please pray for his safe return and for the safe return of him men." - Thank You, Amanda Warren
Justin Jenson
United States Marine Corps
Preparing to Deploy
"Justin will be leaving for Afghanistan mid August. Please pray for God's protection over Justin and his team until their safe return. Pray for Justin's family that they will have comfort and peace, knowing he is in God's caring hands. Please continue to keep all of our armed forces and their families in your prayers." God bless - Valerie Jernigan
Ignacio (Randy) Quiroz
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
"God bless Randy and all who serve our Country and our Lord. Pray that Randy feels God's daily presence and that it gives him strength, courage, wisdom and the peace of mind to do his job well. Randy is a well-loved soldier and a fine young man who is on our minds, in our hearts and daily prayers. Pray for his safe return and help to ease the anxiety his parents, JR & Mary and his sister, Stephanie experience during his absence. We ask this through Christ, our Lord." Jan Martin
Andrew Lee Stoltz
United States Air Force
Serving in Iraq
"Here's a photo of my grandson, Andrew in the middle in Iraq. I send him money and he keeps his hair short in 115 degree weather. All the outfitting comes for protection he said. Andrew gave his heart to Jesus (again) before leaving in May 2007. I send Andrew plenty of good literature for himself and his buddies to keep close to the Lord. Andrew has a wife, Janel, and 4 1/2 year old son, Landon, at Moody AF base in Ga. This grandma and his parents sure love Andrew and pray much for his safety. He should be back in December and then his younger brother, Joseph, will leave for his third tour of duty in Iraq." -Diane L. Parker
Hans Weissgerber
United States Army
Serving in Afghanistan
"Our wonderful son, Hans, is an E4 in the Army serving in Afghanistan. This is his second tour of duty. He loves God, his family, and friends and has the amazing ability to make the best of difficult situations and come out smiling. He misses his darling two year old daughter Mariah very much. Please pray for protection for his spirit, soul, and body and for grace to continue to smile. Bless you and thank you SO much for your prayers." -John and Mary Lou Weissgerber
Bobby Bonis
United States Army
Serving in Iraq
"Please keep my brother safe and we pray that he returns home to his wife and 2 month old baby boy. This is my brothers third tour to Irag. Bobby, We love you and miss you very much. The family is so proud of you."
Randy Montour
United States Air Force
Currently Serving in Iraq
"Please pray for SSgt Montour and his family he has left behind. Please bring him home safe and sound within the year. We also pray that this is his last deployment, he has been gone for 2 out of the last three years which has been hard on our little family. Stay Safe and come home to see your new daughter."
Eric Conley
Currently Serving in Iraq
"My husband, Eric, is in Iraq on a security detail, while it's supposed to be safer, it is just as tough on all of us. He left for Iraq a week to the day we were married. We need the strength of God and prayers alike for him, us, and our love for each other to make it through this trying time. Please pray that he simply stays happy and sane, keeps peace of mind, and comes home soon. Thank you." God bless, Rhandi Conley
Matthew Keena
Deployed to Iraq
Thank you Lord for how you have taken care of Matt and me and our three children! Please pray for my husband's safety and for encouragement and comfort from the Spirit, and for myself and our three children who miss him! He will be coming home to us around December of 2007. Thank you!
Joshua Portier
My grandson, Joshua, is currently serving his country just South of Baghdad and has been serving for 16 months. We pray that God has his angels all around him and we ask you to keep him in your prayers. Thank you, Love, Grandma Beverly Bullock
Tony Michael Schmid JR
Serving His Country
"This is my husband Tony and I. I was 9 months pregnant with our daughter, Hailey Rae who is now 5 months old. He is a Specialist with the 66th MI group. We are stationed in Germany. We are so blessed that he is not deployed right now. I know many people whose husbands are deployed while they are pregnant and raising kids. I thank God that he is here right now. Pray that he doesn't lose focus of who he is serving." -Thank you, Karen Schmid
Josh Arnold
United States Army
Deployed to Ramadi, Iraq
"Please pray that God will continue to watch over and protect Josh and that he will return home safely. Please also pray for all of our soldiers to have the courage and strength needed to defend our country. Pray that they will seek God's wisdom in all that they do. Also pray for his family for peace of mind while he is away and to always be a source of encouragement for him. Josh has been deployed since July 2006. His tour is due to end in September 2007. Thank you so much for your prayers!" Proud Army wife - Christy
David Norwood
United States Marine Corps
Serving Our Country
David is presently stationed at Camp Pendleton, California. Pray that he is focused in his training and that he is a witness to his fellow Marines.
Justin Laberdee
United States Army
Serving in Afghanistan
I just wanted to submit this picture of my husband and me. He is currently deployed to Afghanistan. I ask that you pray for my husband's safe return. I also pray that God will continue to guide him and strengthen his relationship with Him. We have been married for 10 months and he has been gone for 6 of them. Thank you, Melissa
Aaron Moss
United States Army
Currently serving in Afghanistan
Aaron is on his 3rd deployment in Afghanistan. Please Pray for his safety there, and for God's protection and peace for his family here. Remember all our service men and women that are serving over seas, and their families that are here. Thank you!
Joshua Engel
United States Marine Corps
Serving in Iraq
I wanted to say THANK YOU for this awesome book "Ever After" I love all your books but this one touches a special place in my heart. I have
always loved the United States and what we stand for and since 9-11 have supported our servicemen (most of whom I have never met personally) but have great respect for them as I have gotten to know them as they have served in Iraq.
This is my brother, LCPL Engel, Joshua, who is currently serving in Iraq for 2 more months before he will return stateside. He joined the US Marine Corps last year and volunteered to go to Iraq early so that those who have families would be able to return home to them. He knows he is where God wants him right now and we ask that as you pray for his safety and spiritual wellness that you would also THANK God for all the good things that He is doing over there as well as here. He is pictured with my mom the last time we saw him before he shipped out. God bless!
Matthew Beltz
United States Navy
Preparing to Deploy
"Please pray for my husband and the father of our beautiful little girl. He has been in the Navy for almost 14 years and is making a life of it. He is a very dedicated sailor and is working hard so that life here at home remains free and as safe as possible for his family and all Americans. He is deploying to Iraq this fall with a Marine Corps Company helping bring peace to others. God has blessed us with the best husband and daddy!!! Please pray for our troops and their families." God Bless, from his Proud Navy Wife.
Shawn J. Potter
United States Army
Stationed at Eglin AFB
"Shawn has served two tours in Iraq under the 29th SIG BN. He is now stationed at Eglin AFB in Florida while he completes his EOD training. Pray that God might grant him knowledge, strength, faith and wisdom, but most importantly trust in Him. Pray for our Nation, President Bush, our elected Leader's and our fellow countrymen. Also pray for Peace and that God may soften our enemies hearts. Shawn has just recommitted his life to the Lord and was rebaptized (infant then adult) July 4th,2007 and we were married July 5th,2007, pray that his commitment remains strong in both of these areas." Thank you, Crystal N. Potter
Jared K. Colvin
United States Marine Corp
Deployed to Iraq
Please pray for my son Jared and his fiance' Aimee Turner. Jared, my first born will be leaving his friends and family for his first deployment to Iraq in August. He will be in Bagdad, Iraq on 9/1/07. He is currently in training for his upcoming deployment. Pray for courage, strength, patience and a safe return home. We are very proud of Jared and pray God's protection on him and all who serve with him. There are 83 heading out from his reserve station.
Joshua Gilson
United States Army
Waiting For Deployment
This is my grandson, Joshua. He is serving in the US Army. He is currently stationed in Fort Drum, NY, waiting for deployment to Afghanistan. His specialty is Artillery. Please pray that the Lord will surround him and protect him. He was saved when he was very young, and in high school he was a football player. Sunrise reminded me so much of him. Joshua is 19. Thank you for your prayers.
Raymond Amezado
United States Army
Preparing to Deploy
Please pray for Joshua Gilson's friend, Raymond, also stationed in Fort Drum NY. Raymond is African. He won a Visa to come to the United States. He joined the US Army because he wants to serve the country that freed him. Raymond is in his 20s. He is a fine Christian. Here is his picture. He’s the one on the right receiving his diploma.
Matthew T. Conley
United States Marines
Currently Serving
Matthew is currently serving at Camp Lagun in Infantry School... after that at this point it is unknown. Please pray for his safety.